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Shangri-La Le Touessrok, Mauritius is delighted to announce the appointment of Frédéric de Marcy Chelin as General Manager, effective March 15, 2025. Frédéric takes over from Gregory Coquet, who has decided to embark on a new professional journey after a tenure marked by strategic vision, operational excellence, and a commitment to delivering world-class hospitality. A … Read more
Dubai, UAE – 24 February 2025: Dubai’s perfect weather window is here—the time when the sun is warm but not scorching, and the cool sea breeze makes every beach day last a little longer. Whether you’re looking for a sun-soaked escape, a lively poolside afternoon, or a vibrant night out, J1 Beach is the ultimate … Read more
Starting February 1, 2025, Ajman will implement a slight increase in taxi fares, adjusting the rate to Dh1.77 per kilometre, up from Dh1.74 in December and January. This change reflects the emirate’s policy of aligning transportation costs with monthly fuel price fluctuations. In December 2024, Ajman reduced taxi fares to Dh1.74 per kilometre following a … Read more
Dubai, UAE – January 21, 2025 – Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has been commended for its swift action in resolving a technical issue that briefly disrupted the Dubai Metro service on Tuesday morning. Passengers shared videos and posts on social media notifying the RTA of the disruption, which affected some services during peak … Read more
Abu Dhabi, UAE – January 20, 2025 – Abu Dhabi has once again been named the world’s safest city for the ninth consecutive year, according to the 2025 global rankings by Numbeo, the world’s largest online database for cities and countries. Ranking first among 382 cities worldwide, Abu Dhabi continues to set a benchmark in … Read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20 January 2025: Dubai International Airport (DXB) has once again secured its position as the world’s busiest international airport for 2024, reaffirming its status as a global aviation hub. With a remarkable 60.2 million seats sold in 2024, DXB has maintained its top ranking for the second consecutive year. The airport … Read more
Dubai, UAE – Dubai International Airport (DXB) has once again claimed the title of the world’s busiest international airport, recording an impressive 60.2 million seats in 2024. This represents a 7% increase in airline capacity compared to 2023 and a remarkable 12% growth from pre-pandemic levels in 2019. DXB’s continued dominance underscores Dubai’s strategic importance … Read more
Dubai, UAE – For the first time since its launch in 2007, Salik toll fees are set to increase during peak hours as part of Dubai’s strategy to enhance traffic flow. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Thursday that the changes, which include variable toll and parking rates, will take effect in 2025. … Read more
E-visas to make traveling to Moscow more convenient Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 3rd August 2023: Starting from August 1, 2023, tourists from 55 countries, including several Middle Eastern nations, can now apply for an electronic visa to enter Russia. This new system offers several advantages over regular visas, eliminating the need to visit consulates or … Read more